The Jumper

I finally finished the jumper and I am proud of reaching the end. Notice anything odd about it? Think its a little large for a 5-6 year old? As wide as it is long?

Mistake number one. When someone tell you that you need size 7 & 9 needles check if they mean UK size 7 & 9,or size 7 & 9 mm.
UK size 7 is a larger needle that UK size 9. 7mm needles are smaller than 9 mm.
Guess which ones I bought.

Mistake number two. Running out of wool. There was enough wool for the size of jumper I was knitting had I used the correct needles. However since I used needles that were double the size I needed more wool. Then there is a lovely yellow panel at the back similar in shade to the banding on the front.

The jumper was a birthday gift for my niece. I did send it to her along with a story about an aunt who cannot knit, a scarf, and some bought clothes.

I have not heard from them so I am guessing I am in the bad books again.